Thinking about signing your child up for basketball but not sure where to start? From affordable beginner programs to more competitive leagues, there are plenty of options in San Clemente and the surrounding area. We’ve rounded up the key details for local basketball programs so you can find the best fit for your family—whether your child is just picking up a ball for the first time or looking to level up their skills.
Here are the 5 programs we've found in San Clemente with bullet points to highlight details. For a quick side by side comparison table, scroll to the bottom of the post!
Some of these programs fill up quickly, be sure to sign up early to secure your child's spot!
Grades: k-8th
Program Length:Â September 29- December 1
Practices per week:Â 1
Games:Â No official games
Location:Â Boys and Girls Club South Coast Area
Team Formation / Friend Requests:Â TBD
Uniform:Â None
Cost:Â $25
Ages: 6-9 year olds
Program Length:Â November-March
Practices:Â Same time/place weekly at the Dana Point Community Center
Games:Â Saturdays
Location: Dana Point Community Center
Team Formation / Friend Requests:Â Teams based on parent self-rating; 1 friend request allowed (mutual)
Uniform:Â Reversible jersey included
Cost:Â $145
Ages / Grades:Â k-8th
Program Length:Â November- February
Practices: Monday–Thursday after 4pm at OGP
Games:Â Fridays after 4pm at OGP
Location:Â OGP
Team Formation / Friend Requests:Â Teams created by player evaluations
Uniform:Â Reversible jersey + shorts included
Cost:Â $395+
Ages / Grades:Â k-8th, girls k-6th
Program Length: December-Febuary
Practices:Â Once a week before games for K-2, once a week all other divisions
Games:Â Mostly Saturdays (some Sundays) at San Juan Boys & Girls Club
Location:Â San Juan Boys & Girls Club
Team Formation / Friend Requests:Â Teams created by player evaluations; 1 friend request honored in k-2 divisions
Uniform:Â Reversible jersey + shorts included
Cost:Â $185-$240 depending on age
Other info:Â Girls divisions 3rd-6th grade play inter league games, meaning they will be at various locations in South Orange County
Ages / Grades:Â k-8th
Program Length:Â November- February
Practices:Â once a week at local parks
Games:Â Saturdays at San Clemente High School
Team Formation / Friend Requests:Â Teams created by player evaluations; 1 friend request honored in younger divisions
Uniform:Â Reversible jersey + shorts included
Cost:Â $250
Other info: Depending on registration numbers, some older girls divisions may play inter league games at various locations throughout south orange county
We've done our best to compile accurate information, but always make sure to confirm details with the league before signing up!
